Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 continues to pose challenges to animal health across North America. As of this date, 618 affected premises in 16 U.S. states have reported cases of HPAI in livestock, with 278 cases confirmed in...
Source: 4-H Alberta
4-H Alberta proudly announces the induction of Arlene Good into the 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame for 2024. This distinguished recognition celebrates Arlene’s enduring contributions and leadership within the 4-H program, impacting countless members and leaders across...
The Dairy Processor Modernization Grant has selected several businesses to receive funding aimed at modernizing facilities and improving efficiency in dairy processing. The program, designed to support a range of business sizes, divided applicants into two tiers based on...
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced a $7.2 million investment in four projects under the AgriInnovate Program, part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This funding aims to foster innovation, enhance sustainability, and strengthen Canada's...
Source: Granite Creek news release
Granite Creek today announced its investment supporting the management buyout of Global Animal Products ("GAP" or the "Company"), a manufacturer of feed additives for the beef, dairy, and poultry markets. Granite Creek's investment in GAP...
Wisconsin's dairy industry continues to lead the state's agricultural sector, contributing nearly half of its agricultural revenue and making up 6.5% of the state’s total economy. According to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s 2022 report The Contribution of Agriculture to...
The nonprofit Association of Females in Agriculture Media (A-FAM) is set to officially launch on December 1, aiming to empower women across all areas of agricultural media. Founded by Sabrina Halvorson, Corryn LaRue, and Aria Wilcox, A-FAM will focus...
Seven Farm Credit System institutions, including AgCountry Farm Credit Services, CoBank, and Farm Credit Mid-America, have partnered with Indiana-based Lake States Dairy Center to promote sustainable agriculture, livestock, and food production. Collectively, they will contribute $2.7 million over five...
In response to increasingly severe weather patterns, a multi-university research initiative led by the University of Vermont (UVM) is examining how innovative agricultural practices can improve soil health, reduce nutrient runoff, and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in dairy farming....
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The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) released a set of life cycle assessment (LCA) resources designed to help the animal feed and pet food industry accurately assess its environmental footprint. Developed in collaboration with the Context Network...
